What is Hydrocortisone?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: HydrocortisoneBrand:
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid. It is used for the management of adrenocortical insufficiency; relief of skin inflammation; as an adjunctive treatment of ulcerative colitis. It is available in various preparations including topical application, injection and intravenous depending on the purpose.
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How do members experience Hydrocortisone?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison's disease | 228 | 29 | |
| Dermatomyositis | 54 | 1 | |
| Cushing's syndrome | 35 | 1 | |
| Adrenal insufficiency | 33 | 18 | |
| Graves' disease | 19 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 21 | |
| Hunger | 2 | |
| Moon face | 2 | |
| Abdominal bloating | 1 | |
| Anaphylaxis | 1 | |
| Bleeding (hemorrhage) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 24 | |
| Mild | 18 | |
| None | 45 |
Member evaluations
one_step_closer
evaluated on Nov 01, 2021
- Perceived effectiveness for eczema: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
teddlesruss
evaluated on Sep 23, 2005
- Perceived effectiveness for Guttate Psoriasis: None
- Side effects: Severe
Lady 4 Rob
evaluated on Dec 05, 2009
- Perceived effectiveness for pain: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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